1985 Audi 90 vs. 1988 BMW 525
To start off, 1988 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi 90 would be higher. At 2,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 525 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1985 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 BMW 525 (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 90 | 1988 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | 90 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 239 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
